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Melville Castle Hotel
4 stars

Melville Castle Hotel

Gilmerton Road, Dalkeith, EH18 1AP, United Kingdom
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 654 0088
From
£108
Cheapest

rate per night

8.7
Very good
based on 1397 reviews
1,397 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£108
Double room
£110
Classic room
£111
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Overview

Less than a 20-minute walk from Eskbank Railway Station, Melville Castle offers guests a convenient base while in Lasswade. This comfortable 4-star hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Edinburgh.

An express check-in and check-out feature, babysitting/child services and a 24-hour reception are just some of the available services at Melville Castle. Airport transfers and a wake-up service are available on request.

The hotel has 33 luxury rooms that are filled with all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay.

Edinburgh Airport and Edinburgh Castle are around a half an hour drive from Melville Castle. For guests wishing to discover the great outdoors, the hotel is close to popular fishing and scenic spots.

8.7
Very good rating
Based on 1,397 verified guest reviews

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Superior room
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£112
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Double room
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£110
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Standard Room
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£108
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£163
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Amenities at Melville Castle Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Pool table

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sofa
  • Telephone

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Reviews of Melville Castle Hotel

8.7
Very good
1397 verified ratings
Wonderful
822
Very good
254
Good
122
Okay
66
Fair
54
Mediocre
36
Poor
43

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly service at the hotel, with many enjoying the unique experience of staying in a castle. However, there were notable concerns regarding cleanliness and maintenance, with some rooms described as outdated and in need of attention. Overall, the hotel offers a charming atmosphere but could benefit from improvements in room upkeep.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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Location

Gilmerton Road, Dalkeith, EH18 1AP

What's nearby

  • Butterfly and Insect World0.4 mi
  • Waterfall Park1.7 mi
  • Dalkeith Country Park1.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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£288
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 172% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Melville Castle Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Melville Castle Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Melville Castle Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Melville Castle Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £186, while the most expensive was £186.
  • How long should you stay at Melville Castle Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Melville Castle Hotel

  • Where is Melville Castle Hotel located?

    Melville Castle Hotel is located at Gilmerton Road, 1.4 miles from the centre of Dalkeith. Butterfly and Insect World is the closest landmark to Melville Castle Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Melville Castle Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Melville Castle Hotel.

  • Does Melville Castle Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Melville Castle Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Melville Castle Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Melville Castle Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Melville Castle Hotel from the airport?

    Melville Castle Hotel is 11.2 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Melville Castle Hotel is 38.9 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Melville Castle Hotel hotel deals?

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8.4
1.4 mi
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11.2 mi

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